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Compare train and coach for St Albans to York
The cheapest option from St Albans to York is train, with an average price of £55. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from St Albans to York among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 251 km
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£78 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to York
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from St Albans to York, including direct trains, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Lowest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from St Albans to York trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between St Albans and York from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: St Albans to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to York by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and York
Most St Albans to York trains use the St Albans City to York station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Albans station do trains to York leave from?
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which York station do trains from St Albans arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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